Ransomware disruption rate at 3-year low for healthcare – Healthcare Channel>
Healthcare Channel – Ritchelle Drilon
Only 24% of healthcare organizations were able to stop a ransomware attack before their data was encrypted, marking a decline from 34% in 2022 and the lowest rate of disruption in the past three years.
Sophos emphasizes that the healthcare sector needs to modernize its defensive approach to cybercrime by actively monitoring and investigating alerts 24/7 and seeking outside help through managed detection and response (MDR) services.
The report highlights the growing complexity and sophistication of ransomware attacks and the need for organizations, especially in healthcare, to leverage the assistance available from security vendors like Sophos.
The report also includes testimonials from healthcare professionals on the importance of bolstering defenses and partnering with the private sector to combat cyber threats.
The FBI Director, Christopher Wray, emphasizes the critical role of private-public partnerships in combating cyber threats and protecting businesses and lives.
Sophos recommends best practices to defend against ransomware and other cyberattacks.
The survey polled IT/cybersecurity leaders in organizations across several countries, including 233 respondents from the healthcare sector.
Link: https://healthcarechannel.co/ransomware-disruption-rate-at-3-year-low-for-healthcare/